barrier repair

shielding, protective moisturizer

Velvety moisturizer helps fortify sensitized skin with a damaged barrier. Use this unique anhydrous (waterless) moisturizer after toning to help shield against environmental and internal triggers that cause skin stress, and minimize discomfort, burning and itching.Learn More

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barrier repair

Velvety moisturizer helps fortify sensitized skin with a damaged barrier. Use this unique anhydrous (waterless) moisturizer after toning to help shield against environmental and internal triggers that cause skin stress. Our exclusive UltraCalming Complex contains Oat and botanical actives that work below the surface to interrupt inflammatory triggers that lead to sensitization, while helping to minimize discomfort, burning and itching. Help restore a healthy barrier function with Oil of Evening Primrose, Borage Seed Oil and silicones as vitamins C and E help combat free radicals that can lead to inflamed and irritated skin. Formulated without artificial fragrances and colors.

benefits

Reinforces skin's lipid barrier layer.

Creates a shield against environmental assault.

Creates a smooth, even base on skin, making it a great make-up prep.

how to use

Apply a small amount evenly over face and throat with light, upward strokes. Best used following UltraCalming Mist and UltraCalming Serum Concentrate. Use twice daily, morning and night.

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ultracalming™

Itching, burning, stinging and redness are the obvious signs of sensitive skin. The triggers behind these sensations are less clear: genetics, hormones, stress, chemical assaults, foods and even aggressive skin treatments can intensify skin’s highly reactive state.
The common thread behind irritation, flushing and stinging is inflammation. When paired with the loss of skin’s protective barrier, skin health is compromised and becomes highly reactive.

I admit I was skeptical about Barrier Repair because of the high concentration of silicones, but it is meant to provide a layer over your moisturizer to protect it from the world and allow it to heal. My face was extremely dry, flaking and peeling. I tried the Supersentive Shield first and loved it so much I purchased Ultra Calming Serum, Barrier Repair, cleanser and the mist. After one night my skin was significantly improved. A week later it continues to improve. I layer it over the serum and mist and my face stays hydrated all night. I feel like I have tried EVERYTHING for rosacea and I love these products. I am so happy I discovered Dermalogica.

My skin is prone to being dry and itchy even after moisturizing, because of it's lack of a natural barrier. This product makes ALL the difference. Immediately after dabbing on and rubbing in a pea size amount in by problem spots, I feel relief, as if Barrier Repair is healing my skin at an unbelievable rate. And a little goes a long way, which is great! Anybody with unhappy, sensitive skin should give this product a go.

It gets very cold where I live in the winter and it can be very hard on sensitive skin. Barrier repair keeps my skin from drying out and becoming red or inflamed during the winter months. I also love to use it as a primer for make up. It makes my skin feel like velvet and has a matte finish so it's not over moisturizing like some primers can be.

I don't know how or why this works. But I was getting large, dry scaly skin patches all over my face. I used a prescription that a dermatologist gave me and the patches would improve but come back again. I used the barrier repair and overnight, the patches calmed down. Within only a couple of days, they were gone! It makes my skin feel great and doesn't leave it looking greasy. It is a little pricey - wish it could be a little more affordable. But I am happy with the results!

I really love this product. I have never been one to actually use the products that I buy on a daily basis, but this made my face feel so good I went thru 3 o these in the past few months. Highly recommend.

When I first tried this product I felt unusual feelings due to the cream texture. It doesn't contain water and looks like a gel. But when I put it on my face I felt like I have a delicate film which protects my face. The skin remains soft and hydrated even during cold winter time.

I have very dry and dehydrated skin, as well as environmental allergies that meant my skin alternated between puffy & red and scaly, dry and very very sore - particularly around my eyes. I tried all sorts of products, including other Dermalogica stuff from the ultra calming range, and whilst it helped for the duration of a few hours, if I forgot to reapply within 24 hours I was back to square one. As soon as I tried barrier repair my skin felt soothed - it was like a loving hug for my skin! :) After a couple of weeks of using just this, my skin is less red, more even in tone, nowhere near as dry (or puffy) and just looks so much better!

It might be expensive but in my opinion worth every penny - I'm never using anything else again!

I have skin that flare up easily. My face has problems of redness and dryness. This works wells like a seal after I apply another cream first, basically I can't live without it. By itself it doesn't work well plus you have to use a lot and its expensive. I wish there would be an actual facial cream come out for the ultra calming line to pair up with the barrier repair.

Is barrier repair suitable for breakouts?: I am recently prone to breakouts though I had never in my life suffered from acne so I put it down mainly to work stress. I use your age smart range mostly but I have tried your clearing mattifier too. With enough rest my spots clear but as soon as I get stressed or overwork myself within 5 minutes breakouts appear. Would you recommend barrier repair as a solution to guard the skin or a different product?

Thank you for your question. At night, you can use Barrier Repair over Ultra Calming Serum Concentrate. During the day, you can use Super Sensitive Shield SPF 30 or Ultra Sensitive Tint SPF 30 on top of Ultra Calming Serum Concentrate.

I had bought a tube last January that I had misplaced and relocated it in Dec. Used it this winter and worked like a charm!

Answered on 1/31/2016 by kmc64 from Wisconsin, USA

A:

Thank you for your inquiry. The shelf life of Barrier Repair is marker by a symbol of an open container with a number on it. This symbolizes the number of months this product is good for after it has been opened. It is best to store your products at room temperature. There is no need to refrigerate or freeze your product. Thank you!-The Dermalogica Team

Answered on 4/16/2015 by DermalogicaSkinTherapist from Los Angeles

Q:

Can I use barrier repair over my prescribed dermalogica moisturizer as a primer?: In my case barrier repair don't give me the moisture I need as my skin is slightly dehydrated and is lacking water, however I love the feel of it and the way it makes my skin so soft. It has the same texture as a primer. Would my skin benefit from using it as a primer?

You can absolutely use this over your moisturizer but as a primer, it depends on the formula of your foundation or whatever you're going to be using over the Barrier Repair. Some foundations don't react well and will streak or "ball up". You'll have to test to know.

Answered on 9/9/2013 by Cancervive from Florida

A:

Per my dermologica aesthetician, yes you can. I usually mix mine with the solar booster and it provides adequate moisture, and it works great as a primer likewise.